Our firm
Gandhi Syahida & Associates is a law firm in Simpang Ampat, Penang, helping individuals, families and businesses understand their position and act on it.
Founded by Gandhi Palanisamy in 2017, the firm was formerly known as Gandhi & Associates. Today, Gandhi Palanisamy and Nurul Syahida lead the firm, serving individuals, families and businesses in Penang and across Malaysia.
Managing Partner
LL.B. (UWE Bristol) · CLP
General litigation
Gandhi has more than ten years of litigation experience. He handles general litigation, including defamation, debt recovery and contract disputes. His approach centres on careful preparation, clear strategy and helping clients understand the choices ahead.
Partner
LL.B.
General litigation
Syahida handles general litigation, including defamation, civil disputes and family matters. She also leads the firm’s divorce work, helping clients with decisions about their marriage, children and finances.
Legal Executive
Haanaah supports the legal work and client communication, helping with documents, arrangements and the practical details of your matter.
Working with us
You do not need to know the legal name for your problem. Start with what has happened and what you want to resolve.
Arrange a conversationShare the main facts, the documents you have and any urgent date. We listen before recommending a route.
We explain the options, the risks and the work involved in words you can follow.
We discuss the scope and fees, then carry out the agreed work with careful preparation.
Our approach
Advice should help you make a decision.
We look at the facts, documents, legal position and practical consequences. We explain the options and fees so you can decide how to proceed.
Some matters can be resolved through agreement. Others need court proceedings. The route should fit the circumstances.
Explore how we can helpBefore you choose a lawyer
Reviews on our Google listing often mention clear explanations, practical advice and care throughout the process. Read the feedback in full as you consider who to speak to.
4.9/ 5
115 Google reviews
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Beyond the office
Alongside our work in general litigation, we share legal knowledge through talks, professional discussions and plain-language explainers.
Speaking & sharing
Gandhi’s speaking engagements include national forums and government programmes. Both Gandhi and Syahida also share their experience with university law students.
Workplace awareness · Sabah
Gandhi joined the “Batas Gurauan Jadi Gangguan” forum to discuss the legal perspective on workplace sexual harassment. The event was organised by Bahagian Integriti dan Governans Negeri Sabah (BIGoNS).
Legal careers · Universiti Utara Malaysia
Gandhi and Syahida joined a panel for UUM law students, sharing perspectives on legal practice, professional judgement and building a career in law.
Gandhi also spoke at the East Coast National Young Lawyers Conference 2026 in Kota Bharu, sharing perspectives on professional practice and responsible legal communication.
Read Gandhi’s conference reflection (opens in a new tab)Public awareness
TikTok’s 2024 account of its #ThinkTwice digital-literacy campaign includes @lawyergandhi among the creators whose content supported the campaign’s message of a kinder online community.
Read TikTok’s campaign account (opens in a new tab)Managing Partner
Professional updates, speaking reflections and short legal explainers in plain language.
Partner
Professional updates and legal explainers on family matters and everyday legal issues.
Start here
A short account of your situation is enough to begin. Let us know about any letter, court date or approaching deadline.
We will confirm consultation arrangements and fees.
